Crawley nature centre welcomes new baby to its family

Mother(Carol) and Father(Clarence) Capybara gave birth to a healthy baby, who is yet to be given a name by the keepers.

Capybaras are born very well-developed, and the baby is already confident on land and in the water.

Education Officer at Tilgate Nature Centre, Holly said: “We are very excited to announce the birth of a new capybara baby! Mum Carol and Dad Clarence are looking after the little one beautifully – they've taken to parenthood like a capybara to water! We don't know if the baby is male or female yet, but the staff have already been putting names in a hat – all beginning with 'C' of course!

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“The baby is quite confident already, exploring its new home with mum and dad in tow, so do keep an eye out for it on your next visit.”